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The Pallas's Cat Is the Original Grumpy Wildcat
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Pallas's cats appear cantankerous, in part due to their flat faces and large, owl-like eyes with round pupils.
Which Marvel Squad Do You Belong In?
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Not all heroes wear capes, but in order to make sure justice is upheld they do need special powers. Whatever your intentions for saving the world might be, there's a superhero squad with your name on it. Are you ready to find out where you belong in the Marvel universe?
The Ultimate Sherlock Holmes Quiz
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Think you're the ultimate Sherlock Holmes fan? Take our quiz on the life and legends of the great detective himself to find out!
The Largest Bird of Prey: Tallest, Heaviest and Widest Wingspan
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The largest bird of prey is a raptor that dominates the air with its massive wingspan, incredible strength and razor-sharp talons. The biggest birds aren't just impressive because of their size; they're also some of the most powerful predators in the avian world, from the highest peaks of South America to the vast forests of Asia.
Januarius, Februarius, Mars, Aprilis? How Each Month Got Its Name
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Ever wondered why January is called January and September is September? Here's how each month got its name.
Why Does Earth Spin?
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Every 24 hours, Earth makes a full rotation on its axis. But why does Earth spin in the first place?
How can a corpse be incorruptible?
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Incorruptible bodies -- corpses that don't decay -- are a scientific mystery. Read why incorruptible bodies are hard to explain and where to find them.
Lana Clarkson and the Deadly Allure of Show Biz
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The highs and lows of show business are the stuff of legend. Behind the success, the glitz and the glamour, are the darker features of the industry: disappointment, failure, obscurity and, on occasion, horrific violence.
What Happened to Oppenheimer After World War II?
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Oppenheimer's legacy is as complex as the quantum mechanics and theoretical physics that dominated his mind and shaped his life.
What Happened to the Von Erich Brothers?
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A pro wrestling family patriarch, Fritz Von Erich (real name: Jack Adkisson), and his wife, Doris, married young in 1950. A few years later, they welcomed their first son, Jack Jr., quickly followed by brothers Kevin, David, Kerry and Mike.